Jalapeno Cilantro Macaroni and Cheese Bar
I will soon be sharing two of my favorite comfort food recipes with my friends at Virginia This Morning. I love the folks there. They make me smile…. Read More »
Melon Fruit Salad with Citrus Dressing
So our beloved Patriots did not win yesterday’s championship game, will not be advancing to the Superbowl and watching was nor nearly as much fun as it would… Read More »
Wicked Good Halloween Recipes
After last night’s World Series win, I couldn’t resist calling this post “wicked good” Halloween recipes. Way to go boys! Our family has hosted many a Halloween party… Read More »
Broccoli, two delicious ways!
A couple of weeks ago, BJ’s Wholesale Clubs asked me to create two delicious recipes featuring kale. I got to share my kale salad and crispy kale chips… Read More »
Round Two: Turkey Salisbury Steak
My friends at BJ’s Wholesale Club and I are excited about the upcoming football season! One of my favorite things to grill is my turkey burgers filled with… Read More »
Lunchbox Makeovers with Elise
My one-stop shopping destination for all my needs is BJ’s Membership Club! With 30% off of organic fruits, vegetables and dairy, BJ’s makes lunch preparations fun, easy and… Read More »
Grilled Watermelon Salad + Breast Cancer Awareness & Research
What a wonderful surprise! I was certainly up for the challenge when BJ’s Membership Club asked me to create a recipe for grilled watermelon! With a few simple… Read More »
Coupon Mania! Money-Saving Shopping Tips
Coupon clipping is becoming so popular now that there is even a show called Extreme Couponing on TLC! Incredible Savings Clipping coupons can offer INCREDIBLE savings. According to… Read More »
Sensational Succotash
A glimpse into my first assignment Today was my very first day representing BJ’s Wholesale Club! My first assignment was a segment on the Fox 8 Morning News… Read More »
Pappardelle with Grilled Asparagus and Sausage in a Creole Cream Sauce
I love my trips to BJ’s Wholesale Club! My parents have been members since I can remember and Mike and I became members right after we got married… Read More »
Hello, I’m Elise Johnson and I’m so glad you found your way here! From my own experience, cooking and eating together as a family nurtures and strengthens family relationships quicker and stronger than any other way. Join me as I continue my grandmother’s legacy of
inter-generational cooking by inspiring families and friends to make memories in the kitchen. 